NGSG internships give students a platform to sharpen their skills, collaborate with professionals, and be part of a growing STEM workforce. Applicants can choose from three available pathways:
● Research Internship: Work alongside University of Guam (UOG) STEM faculty to develop innovative research projects in areas such as aviation, biology, engineering, oceanography, astronomy, and more.
● Professional Internship: Step into the STEM workforce and gain practical experience in a professional setting, equipping students with skills for future careers. Available mentors include experts from organizations such as the Guam Department of Agriculture’s Forestry Team, Guam Coral Reef Initiative, and 2cofly.
● Teaching Internship: Work alongside UOG STEM faculty as a teaching intern and inspire the next generation of students while honing your educational expertise.
Why Apply?
Interns receive a $3,000 stipend per semester, with the opportunity to extend for a second semester, earning up to $6,000 per academic year. Beyond financial support, participants benefit from:
● Mentorship: Learn from experienced faculty and professionals dedicated to your success.
● Hands-on Experience: Engage with cutting-edge research and innovative technology.
● Showcase Work: Present your work at the NASA Guam Research Symposium in the Spring and the Hawai’i Space Grant Symposium in the Fall.
Eligibility
To qualify, applicants must:
● Be a U.S. citizen.
● Be enrolled at UOG or Guam Community College with at least 6 semester hours and a minimum 3.0 GPA.
● Secure a mentor willing to guide them throughout the program.
● Research interns must work on STEM-related projects.
How to Apply
Visit https://www.uog.edu/nasa-guam-space-grant/opportunities to download and complete an application package, and submit it to Dr. Romina King at roking@triton.uog.edu and Keanno Fausto at faustok9679@triton.uog.edu by August 5, 2025.
For Faculty:
UOG faculty interested in becoming mentors for either the teaching or research pathways can reach out to Keanno Fausto.
